Masterton weather in December (Wellington, New Zealand)

Interested in knowing the climate of Masterton in December? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

In December, Masterton typically experiences pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 19°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 11°C.

Precipitation

Masterton in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 12 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 178 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July, August and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Masterton climate page with graphs.

 

Masterton, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 11°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 96 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 178 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Palmerston North, New Zealand (66 KM, 41 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in December

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Masterton, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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